Fcc Car Launcher [official thread]

What do you want: a split screen functionality or a normal launcher behavior?


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rigattoni

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zewat

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Hi !
The altitude widget gives an incorrect value when I connect my android head unit (a PX6 android 10) to my phone to have internet.
Does anyone know how to prevent this?
 

rigattoni

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Hi !
The altitude widget gives an incorrect value when I connect my android head unit (a PX6 android 10) to my phone to have internet.
Does anyone know how to prevent this?
Don´t expect a correct altitue if you try to get it via internet. The only way to get half way correct altitude is to use GPS data.... and yes the altitude is mostly incorrect. May be interessting to read: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=QPc5x3ZFUv1QyoxITW2vZ6

Edit: In the past we had a correction multiplier to gete mostly correct altitude data on the screen, but this was mostly 15 years ago with Win CE5. I don´t know if the hight is now calculated based on the georoid correction factor
 
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zewat

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Don´t expect a correct altitue if you try to get it via internet. The only way to get half way correct altitude is to use GPS data.... and yes the altitude is mostly incorrect. May be interessting to read: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=QPc5x3ZFUv1QyoxITW2vZ6

Edit: In the past we had a correction multiplier to gete mostly correct altitude data on the screen, but this was mostly 15 years ago with Win CE5. I don´t know if the hight is now calculated based on the georoid correction factor
Thanks for reply.
Indeed, the altitude is correct for me without using the internet.
The ideal would be to have in FFC Car Launcher, a parameter which leaves the choice to use or not internet for this widget.
 

mike.b.hole

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Hi there,

I have just had a Joying JY-UQS11N4G-GT head unit fitted to my van and I would like to be able to make the most of FCC Car Launcher on it. The problem is that I have no idea what chipset I should set the systems settings.

Is anybody able to let me know how I go about finding the right chipset I should use.

Cheers,

Mike
 

Chard71

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Can anyone tell me how to hide apps in the app drawer? I have seen a post about going to the app drawer, holding a finger on the app and dragging to the "eye icon". I have tried this, but the "eye icon" evades me.

I have found how to hide the Apps
 
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pdedinski

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Deelife tpms with internal sensors is compatible with fcc tpms program.
But....
The program usually hangs and either does not connect to sensors or shows low pressure.
Restarting the program dies not fix this. Only restarting the unit does and sometimes even that fails.

I am using Deelife external sensors and TPMS plugin works without a problem.. no hanging, crashes or whatsoever.
 

pdedinski

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Today I noticed there is a new version out in the Android Store.. Some change notes would be nice to have. It only says 'New release' which doesn't speak volumes on what is new/fixed/improved.
 

Chard71

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Having issues using my iPhone with the FCC Phone App. I am connected via Bluetooth and contacts are all there, but when I dial I get a message that there is “no mobile network found”. I am running an Xtrons with Android 12 and the built in phone app works ok, but is quite basic. Any help would be appreciated 😁
 

bitman85

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Hello, this has been happening to me for a few weeks: I have the minimap and it shows the maximum speed of the road, when I exceed that maximum speed according to the GPS of the minimap, the radio volume goes down, but it does not return if I do not restart or audio application switching. Is there a way to disable this option to lower the volume?
 
FCC Launcher : 3.900 (pro)
Manufacturer: MTK
Model: XTRONS_IA
Device: spm8667p1_64
Android: 12

I would like to use MapBox Offline for the map in the FCC Launcher, but i can't load the mbtiles files.

1) FCC Settings
2) Display (Anzeige)
3) Map (Karte)
4) Select "MapBox Offline"
5) Click on "offline maps download" (Offline-Karten herunterladen)
6) Select the option to load a mbtiles file from USB stick
7) Select mbtiles file

Nothing happens. FCC Launcher returns immediately back into the map settings and no file name is displayed.

When i try to download a map in FCC Launcher, i end on a page from MapTiler to sign in, but there is no way to sign in.

How can I motivate FCC Launcher to load the offline maps ?

I saw older posts mention a path "sdcard/download/FCC_Launcher/...". My device has not a sdcard.
 

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F_sergik83

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FCC Launcher : 3.900 (pro)
Производитель: MTK
Модель: XTRONS_IA
Устройство: spm8667p1_64
Андроид: 12

Я хотел бы использовать MapBox Offline для карты в FCC Launcher, но я не могу загрузить файлы mbtiles.

1) Настройки FCC
2) Дисплей (Anzeige)
3) Карта (Karte)
4) Выберите «MapBox Offline»
5) Нажмите на кнопку "Скачать оффлайн карты" (Offline-Karten herunterladen)
6) Выберите опцию загрузки файла mbtiles с USB-накопителя.
7) Выберите файл mbtiles

Ничего не происходит. FCC Launcher немедленно возвращается обратно в настройки карты, и имя файла не отображается.

Когда я пытаюсь загрузить карту в FCC Launcher, я заканчиваю на странице из MapTiler, чтобы войти, но нет возможности войти.

Как я могу мотивировать FCC Launcher загружать офлайн-карты?

Я видел, как в старых сообщениях упоминался путь «sdcard/download/FCC_Launcher/...». На моем устройстве нет sd-карты.
FCC Launcher : 3.900 (pro)
Manufacturer: MTK
Model: XTRONS_IA
Device: spm8667p1_64
Android: 12

I would like to use MapBox Offline for the map in the FCC Launcher, but i can't load the mbtiles files.

1) FCC Settings
2) Display (Anzeige)
3) Map (Karte)
4) Select "MapBox Offline"
5) Click on "offline maps download" (Offline-Karten herunterladen)
6) Select the option to load a mbtiles file from USB stick
7) Select mbtiles file

Nothing happens. FCC Launcher returns immediately back into the map settings and no file name is displayed.

When i try to download a map in FCC Launcher, i end on a page from MapTiler to sign in, but there is no way to sign in.

How can I motivate FCC Launcher to load the offline maps ?

I saw older posts mention a path "sdcard/download/FCC_Launcher/...". My device has not a sdcard.
 

kappa89k

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FCC Launcher : 3.900 (pro)
Manufacturer: MTK
Model: XTRONS_IA
Device: spm8667p1_64
Android: 12

I would like to use MapBox Offline for the map in the FCC Launcher, but i can't load the mbtiles files.

1) FCC Settings
2) Display (Anzeige)
3) Map (Karte)
4) Select "MapBox Offline"
5) Click on "offline maps download" (Offline-Karten herunterladen)
6) Select the option to load a mbtiles file from USB stick
7) Select mbtiles file

Nothing happens. FCC Launcher returns immediately back into the map settings and no file name is displayed.

When i try to download a map in FCC Launcher, i end on a page from MapTiler to sign in, but there is no way to sign in.

How can I motivate FCC Launcher to load the offline maps ?

I saw older posts mention a path "sdcard/download/FCC_Launcher/...". My device has not a sdcard.
copy the map file to: sdcard/Android/data/ru.speedfire.flycontrolcenter/files/Download/tiles/

restart the launcher and it should work
 

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    Hi, all!

    Welcome to the official thread for FCC Car Launcher - a customizable auto launcher for android head units (Rockchip MTCB/MTCD+ and FlyAudio) as well as android smartphones/tablets.

    Its major features:
    - Full function launcher with supports of all standard third party android widgets
    - Deep integration with head units (MCU etc). My mission here is to implement as many functions in the launcher itself as possible. In case of Rockchip devices to get rid of most xposed modules (my deep respect to their authors, great job, but they sometimes slow down the device significantly) and replace them with the normal built-in functions.
    - Customization. The FCC Cat Launcher has some built-in customizable widgets which can help to make your home screen more personal (you can adjust widgets size, colors, features etc).
    - Built-in music widget with support of FM Radio (with ability to give names to radio stations), Spotify, Google Music, PowerAmp, PC Radio, Neutron and Stellio players.
    - One-click navigation widgets with quick route building (supports Waze, Google Maps, Yandex Navigator and other navigation apps).
    - Phone calls via connected phone using 'Ok Google call [name]' request or by clicking on built-in Contact widget.
    - Other features.

    FAQ
    1. I love MiniMap but can you put other navigation app there?
    Unfortunately this is not possible. MiniMap is part of FCC and is based on Google Maps API for Android. It is not another app (not even a Google Maps app), that can be just replaced within the FCC interface. Android does not allow to integrate third party apps (navigation apps) inside another third party apps (FCC Launcher).
    If your head Unit supports Split Screen (ie can display Two apps at the same time), this can be partially done with split screen.

    2. Is it possible to cache maps for MiniMap for offline use?
    - Yes. In the latest FCC Launcher beta version you can select Offline Mapbox map and download it to your device.
    - For Google Maps - No. Caching is directly prohibited by Google license for using Google Maps API (MiniMap). Moreover, Google even does not provide developers with such a caching API. Therefore you will need a constant internet connection to use MiniMap. The somewhat good news is that the map itself does some short-term caching on your device, so it saves some data (but not too much).

    3. Notifications are only popping up for a split second / flashing. How to fix this?
    That means that animations are disabled on your device.
    - Go to the device's Developer settings: FCC settings - System - Advanced - Developer settings (if it asks for code - it's "7890" for AllWinner T8).
    - Scroll down and change 3 parameters "Window animation scale", "Transition animation scale" and "Animation duration scale" from "Animation off" to "Animation scale 1x".

    4. Routing on Google Maps in MiniMap doesn't work. It asks for API key. What should I do?
    - Turn-by-turn navigation in built-in Google Map fragment is directly prohibited by Google. Therefore it is not possible to use it. .However if you have your own Google Developer account (Google Maps API key) you can use it to draw a simple route line on the MiniMap. Please note that it will NOT have any turn-by-turn data like distance to next turn or estimated time of arrival.
    I do not recommend to purchase Google Developer account just for this feature:
    - Google Developer account will cost money for you (a one-off payment) which is reasonable only if you really want to develop android apps.
    - Routing requests cost money. But currently Google provides a 200$ per month free usage for Maps, Routes, and Places every month which should be enough for individual usage.
    Links: Get API key, Pricing. Don't forget to enable Maps API and Directions API in your Google Cloud Console.

    Tutorial:

    Translation to your language
    Guys, many of you suggested your help with translation of the app to your native languages.
    I have setup a translation project on OneSky site.
    Here is the link: HELP TRANSLATE FCC CAR LAUNCHER

    Links:
    Release
    channel: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.speedfire.flycontrolcenter
    Beta channel: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/ru.speedfire.flycontrolcenter
    (I would suggest to stick with the release channel since beta channel can be really buggy sometimes and is intended for beta testers only)

    As a developer I will be happy to discuss with you any ideas or issues.

    Here is a couple of tutorials:
    1) Quick look on home screen setup process:

    How to write LogCat log:
    You need to have ROOT:
    1. Install LogCat Extreme LogCat Extreme
    2. Select VERBOSE level of details (very important) Video 1
    3. Write and send log: Video 2

    Initial setup (do this if you see black screen):
    Important checkbox during first setup:
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    Please make sure to check that checkbox "Always allow FCC Launcher to add widgets..".

    Full setup process:
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    pity that the developer is not dedicated to solving several bugs of this fantastic launcher, too many bugs for daily use is not so good unfortunately

    How the Hell can you say that when @SpeedFire- has dedicated 100's , if not 1000's of hours developing this launcher, and for peanuts !!

    I remember a time last year when he was on vacation, and even then, each night he worked on FCC, fixing bugs and greatly improving what was already there.

    FCC is probably one of the most COMPLEX apps on Playstore.

    My understanding is that he basically developed FCC for HIMSELF, because he was not satisfied with what was currently out there, and was good enough to share his work with anyone wanting to try it.

    Because of technical complexities, this launcher is designed and developed for a limited number of Android systems, but that number is increasing all the time as he add new Units to those currently supported.

    If you go out and purchase some obscure, budget China unit, that is not supported, you cannot blame anyone but yourself, if then you experience issues.

    Just because you paid the developer a few dollars because YOU CHOSE TO DO SO does not mean that you OWN him, and can demand that he jumps at your every call ... it's not his work -- it's his HOBBY -- and you probably knew that going in .. so lighten up and stop giving him such a hard time.

    BTW, I am also a developer, and I can tell you, if anyone else got involved in this complex app, it would most likely get totally screwed up, and dye -- that is assuming one could even find someone who would be willing to put in the time for next to nothing, while having the technical ability to actually contribute anything to the project.

    Thank you @SpeedFire- for clearly the best Android launcher on the market, and for all your time and dedication in constantly improving it. It is very much appreciated I am sure by the majority of those using it, and you will always have my full support going into the future.
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    Guys!
    It seems that I've found the best solution for Normal / Split-Screen modes. Take a look:


    Here is a short demo of two modes in the alpha version:
    1) Normal mode - launcher does not support split screen (bad) but behaves as a normal launcher and is not visible in the list of recent apps (good).
    2) Split screen mode - launcher supports 50/50 multi window mode (good) but is visible in the list of recent apps (bad).

    Every user can select the preferred mode!
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    The app is now returned to the Play Store :)
    8
    New beta is out:
    - All skins are re-designed for 6x10 grid (instead of previous 6x7 grid). You need to re-apply skin if you want to switch to a new skin.
    - You can choose your favourite skin during first time setup process.
    - Time widget has new options to granually change Time and Date font sizes as well as to swap Time and Date positions
    - Re-written code for album arts in Player widget. Hopefully this will fix most issues.
    - Some other fixes.
    - For built-in skins Icons are automatically setup when put on home screen or moved (based on skins' settings for particular Icon slot).
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